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Rating 4.3 out of 5 stars with 3462 reviews

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87%would recommend to a friend

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Customers commend the DS4VB Remote Start System for its remote start functionality, overall performance, and ease of use. Many appreciate the included installation, good range, and affordable price. However, some customers have expressed concerns regarding compatibility issues, app functionality, and Bluetooth performance. A few customers have also reported issues with battery drain and key fob programming.

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  • Pros mentioned:
    Remote start

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Very good working

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Very good viper car remont working very good and is Best Buy installation very good team..

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Not what I expected.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I bought this Viper DS4+ remote start system had it installed and within a week it gave me problems the key change remote stop working so okay I will start it with my phone worked for about 2 weeks and started giving me trouble also.. returned to best buy they checked it out they had to keep the key change remote have to go back at the end of the month I hope they fix it.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    App

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Waste of money

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bestbuy had this on their daily deal when I got it for less than $250. During installation I got charged extra $69 for the T-Harmess which was already included in the package. This product required you to stand right next to it to start. You have to be in the line of the sight for both the remote and app to start any functions. I personally don’t recommend this but if you want to give it a shot go ahead.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Disappointing experience already.... with Best Buy

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    So, I called to see if I needed a harness - even though I was told by a bestbuy.com chat agent that I could just make an appointment and have it installed without purchasing anything additional. I called the Wilkes Barre PA location after setting an appointment and found out that I need to purchase a harness. So I did. Can't understand how the Chat Agent 'Helen K.' got it wrong and why it didn't come up as recommended - when I entered the order and vehicle make and model on the Best Buy website. Gene from the location was very helpful -- only took 1 chat, 3 phone calls and about an hour.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    installation department unreliable

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Showed up for scheduled installation appointment, which I received a text and email confirming 30 minutes prior to appointment, only to be told the installer wasn't in today. No cancellation messages, notifications, etc. Should have went with my gut and bought this somewhere else!!!

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Compatibility

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Unable to Install

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Purchased at BestBuy.com for 2022 Chevrolet Spark. The website showed it would "Fit". Geek Squad attempted to Install but could not make it connect.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Total bogus

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Had an appointment for like a month out, on the day of the install they called and asked if I had 2 keys, I said I didnt. So they tell me they can't put it in because I have to have 2 keys, I call that a lie, should not have to have 2 keys for this to work. I think they just didn't want to install it. Bunch of scammers.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Remote start

    Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Good remote starter

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    The starter is working great---had a problem with the fob but the geek squad took care of it free of charge

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Sometimes it works - sometimes it DOESN'T

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Not too happy with this - sometimes it works and sometimes it DOES NOT!

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Garbage

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    Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Smartphone software is garbage. Does not pick up 150 feet away. You literally have to be standing next to the vehicle to start it. Stupid to cut out all the old good working remotes for a smartphone application that is not ready yet. Unit is overpriced to offer you a one button remote control that starts it up immediately by pressing the button instead of unlocking or locking.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    install not so great

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    love the system but have had multiple problems due to installation. crossed a wire in my wife's jeep and burned it up. her headlights actually went out and could have killed someone because the crossed wire melted the headlight/turn signal switch.had to bring it back at least twice to get it fixed. now my truck stopped working after only a few months. still waiting to get appointment to get fixed. nice when it works.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 2 out of 5 stars

    Viper crap

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This has to be the biggest piece of crap it works from 10 foot away. Yes I have replaced batteries and still have to stand arm out front door and press three times before it finds car. I would not recommend this piece of crap for the money. And Best Buy install was very incompetent at answering any questions also but it is Best Buy.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Decent

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I didn’t like! It did the job... but I upgraded to a compustar because it was on sale for $250 on Black Friday!

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Could work better

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Doesn't work like it is supposed to. Don't know if or why one should get an upgraded pod.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 3 out of 5 stars

    Basic no frills Remote Starter

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    System is basic, included 1 way remote range could be better. Good for those looking for a remote starter without alot of bells and whistles.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Great remote starter.

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    This is a great remote starter at a great price. The technician went above and beyond to explain every detail about the starter and how to operate. Great experience!

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Remote start

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Works as advertised

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Greta product. Have multiple intalled on multiple vehicles. Works as it should.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Cons mentioned:
    Compatibility

    Rated 1 out of 5 stars

    Turns off when entering the car

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    After remote starting you car. When you get in the car, the engine would shut off. Dont buy these if you got a 2021 toyota rav4 or up

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Range

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Car starter

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Works great even from a distance. Perfect for warming up my truck in winter.

    I would recommend this to a friend
  • Pros mentioned:
    Remote start

    Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love it.

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    No more freezing in the morning sitting in my truck waiting for it to warm up.

    I would recommend this to a friend